There are two main types of glaucoma: open angle and angle closure.
The symptoms associated with glaucoma depend on its type and severity:
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye condition which is usually associated with a rise in the (intraocular) pressure within the eye. This can cause damage to the optic nerve reducing peripheral vision.
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What is Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a common eye condition which can affect people of all ages. It is however most common in adults in their 70s and 80s. It is the most common cause of irreversible blindness worldwide. In most cases glaucoma is caused by an increase in the intraocular pressure. Your eye pressure results from the balance between the rate at which aqueous fluid is produced within the eye and the rate at which it leaves through the drainage angle of the eye. Glaucoma generally develops slowly over many years, damaging the optic nerve which connects the eye to the brain. Commonly the initial symptom of uncontrolled glaucoma is a painless loss of peripheral vision. It is essential to detect and treat raised intraocular to preserve optic nerve function. There are various types of glaucoma treatment.
Causes
Open angle glaucoma
There are usually no symptoms with open-angle glaucoma but the intraocular pressure is found to be raised during a routine eye test. Risk factors include family history of the condition, age, race, certain eye conditions and general health problems (eg diabetes, hypertension).
Angle closure glaucoma
Angle closure occurs when the eye’s drainage angle becomes blocked, causing the intraocular pressure to suddenly and painfully increase. Some people are born with narrow drainage angles and are predisposed to angle closure, others develop it as a result of cataract, trauma or surgery.
Symptoms
With angle closure the intraocular pressure can rise suddenly (acute angle closure) causing pain, red eye, halos, blurring of vision and nausea – this is an emergency and requires immediate treatment.
In open-angle glaucoma the intraocular pressure may increase very slowly with no associated pain.
The increasing pressure can damage the optic nerve affecting peripheral vision. Driving may become more difficult, only noticing hazards when they are in the centre of the field of vision.
The lack of obvious symptoms highlights the importance of you having regular eye checks, by optician or ophthalmologist, to detect increased intraocular pressure, reduced field of vision and narrow drainage angles.
Treatments
My Eye Clinic can provide glaucoma treatment to reduce your elevated intraocular pressures by:
Eye Drops
Either a single drop or a combination of drops
Tablets
Only occasionally used for short term therapy
Laser
Either YAG Laser Iridotomy or Selective Laser Trabeculoplasty (SLT)
Surgery
Cataract surgery alone, Minimally Invasive Glaucoma Surgery (MIGS), Trabeculectomy, Filtration (Tube) Surgery
Our Procedures for Glaucoma
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I was absolutely petrified but all the staff and Mr Gosh put me at ease had my corneas and cataracts done and never felt a thing. They were always there when I needed them. Many thanks to you all.Ann Heslop one of the owners of Heslop Appliances
I nervously agreed to get this surgery done after pressure from my wife as I kept getting irritated by my Glasses always getting in the way of my life. I made my appointment at MY Eye Clinic. All the team were extremely informative and took time to answer all my questions. I had full lens replacement and the surgery was painless and I really don’t understand why I was worried. The results are fantastic and I now have 20/20 vision at the age 50! I went diving again this year and just amazed by the difference. Biggest difference has been in everyday life, looking at my phone, reading food labels etc. don’t wait get it done it’s a life changer and the team and after care at MY Eye are the best !
I have recently had a clear lens extraction with a multifocal lens implant procedure carried out by Mr Ghosh. In my initial appointment everything was explained in depth about the procedure and the after care. My experience from start to finish was exceptional, all the staff in my eye clinic were professional, helpful and very welcoming. My goal was to be glasses free and that is my position since my operation. My only regret is that I didn’t have my lens exchange procedure done earlier!! I would like to thank Mr Ghosh and his team for my first class treatment. This procedure has definitely been life changing for me!
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The whole experience, from my initial telephone enquiry, the consultation and the procedure, to the follow up appointment was first class. Abbie, Eyelid Service Manager, was extremely helpful and professional, explaining everything fully over the telephone, which instilled confidence in me. My consultation with Mr Boyce was thorough assessing the problem and explaining what the procedure entailed. The procedure was a great success and Mr Boyce and his nursing staff were brilliant.I would highly recommend My Eye Clinic without any hesitation.
I’m 58 years old and have one good eye for close sight and one good eye for far sight. I was investigating laser eye surgery, to at least one eye, to make at least one side work better.The surgery is easy to find, immaculately clean and a calm oasis of tranquility, on the hot day I got there.The booking process had been easy, I had rang and booked in person and unlike Optical Express in Newcastle, I hadn’t been diagnosed over the phone and pushed towards the most expensive treatment in two minutes.Optical express did this when I made the appointment and I felt so untrusting of them giving me impartial advice I cancelled the appointment before I went, I just had a bad feeling about them.My Eye Clinic were different. I was greeted by reception, taken to the optometrist and my eyes tested and then taken to see Dr Ghosh.One word of warning. They put drops in your eyes and it does make everything blurry and believe me, you won’t want to be driving after that. Get the bus from Regents Center, the stop is just outside the clinic, it’s the way forward.He looked at my tests, did some more checks and finally said basically “ you’ve got an excellent eye on alternate sides for each type of vision, the brain is compensating and you don’t need this surgery right now- I’d be reluctant to take you as a patient”How often does a businessman say that?He spent a long time explaining this to me, I was disappointed at first but then I understood what he was getting at. Patient outcome and satisfaction is most important to him. He’s in it for the long term.“ Come back” he said, “if one of your good eyes deteriorates” and we will look again then and that is exactly what I will do.I know this is a long review but I would trust the advice Dr Ghosh gives you.My 19 year old daughter has very short sighted eyes and I will be bringing her to Dr Ghosh when she is 21 and her sight has stabilised.The whole experience was edifying.Thank you to reception and Anita Murphy as well. They were lovely.
Absolutely totally professional service from start to finish. Had my cataracts removed and bifocal lens fitted, the final results are fantastic, no need for glasses anymore. Also the follow up and after care service has been brilliant.
Andrew has been patient and explained things well. His manner is gentle and kind.I am still adapting to my hearing aids and so far they have helped a little but not as much as I had hoped in noisy environments.
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I recently had permanent lens procedure carried out by Mr Ghosh. Having glasses as a child and contact lenses for many years, this has been an absolute revelation for me. Mr Ghosh was absolutely brilliant and very professional from the start. All the staff are lovely and especially like to thank Dianne, Anita and the team. This has changed my life for the better thanks.
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Absolutely first class treatment and experience at this wonderful clinic. Staff were exceptionally welcoming and friendly Mr Morgan the consultant was lovely explaining everything. I had YAG laser treatment painless no discomfort and almost immediate corrected vision. Thank you all so very very much.
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